CUMBERLAND — Paying homage to the town’s early German settlers, the town of Cumberland hosts the 13th annual Weihnachtsmarkt (Vy-nahkts-mahrkt), a German winter market. On Dec. 7 from 11-6 p.m., Cumberland will close US 40 to celebrate the holidays with artisan vendors, traditional food and beer, kids activities, holiday entertainment, and so much more.
Vendors with handcrafted gifts, from unique ornaments to cozy scarves and more will be open
Go hungry, and enjoy some German and holiday favorite foods, drinks, and alcohol.
The entertainment begins at 11 a.m. with Indianapolis Liederkranz Bell Choir, followed by Indiana Ballet Conservatory, Oompapa’s Tuba Quartet, the Melchior Marionettes, Hot Horns Band, Fort Wayne Tänzer, and the Hancock County Children’s Choir. At 5:30 p.m. there will be a tree lighting and fireworks display and festive music.
The little ones can stay busy and play in some reindeer games, letters to St. Nick, free face painting, and more.
Jolly old St. Nick will arrive at the Gap Meeting House and visit with children from 11-5 p.m., and a couple of his reindeer will even make an appearance from 3-5 p.m..
Admission is free. Parking is available at the townhall, Meijer, Cumberland First Baptist Church, and Cumberland Christian Church. This is an all-weather event, so dress accordingly.